Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate
AKA “Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate, PG-6 Octacaprylate
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Polyglyceryl-6 octacaprylate
AKA: PG-6 Octacaprylate
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate is the octaester of Polyglycerin-6 and caprylic acid
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Combines polyglycerin with eight caprylic acid chains from coconut oil, created as a synthetic emulsifier in the late 20th century for enhanced conditioning and emulsifying properties in contemporary skincare.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR